The 2025 Streamer Awards delivered major wins and viral moments. IShowSpeed took home the night’s biggest honor, Streamer of the Year, while Kai Cenat dominated with four wins out of his five nominations. But despite the night’s success, several controversial moments stole the spotlight and had the internet buzzing, including India Love being escorted out of the event.
Related: What’s Tea? Fans Clock Duke Dennis & India Love’s Chemistry After Flirty Link-Up At Streamer University (VIDEOS)
India Love Escorted Out Of Streamer Awards
On Saturday night, India Love’s unplanned appearance onstage became the night’s most talked-about moment. Moments after FaZe Adapt won ‘Breakout Streamer of the Year’, India walked up and grabbed the mic. In a very Ye-like interruption, she congratulated Adapt but insisted the award should have gone to Rakai or DDG instead. Her comments were met with loud boos, and India later revealed she was even escorted out of the venue. In a follow-up clip, India explained her decision, saying she didn’t like the energy after Rakai lost and felt the vibe in the room was low. Watch the moment below.
Social Media Reacts
Social media users quickly compared the moment to Kanye West’s infamous interruption of Taylor Swift. While some viewers felt India was saying what needed to be said, others called the move distasteful. Here’s what they are saying in The Shade Room Teens comment section.
Instagram user @laronhinesoffical wrote, “Taylor imma let you finish… but Beyonce had the greatest video of all time”
Another Instagram user @its_diiamond wrote, “But who is Adapt??”
While Instagram user @melaninmedusaaa wrote, “I liked her more when she was quiet”
Instagram user @lumii.ig wrote, “DDG & Rakai are top 10 most clipped streamers this year she didn’t lie but it could have been handled differently”
Another Instagram user @iamelocopeland wrote, “What was in the air? All I see is clips from bad moments”
While Instagram user @slimjane_ wrote, “& I’m glad she did. I feel like they played with them the whole time”
Instagram user @antonioys_g wrote, “She basically had a Kanye moment but I agree!
Another Instagram user @regglb wrote, “All jokes aside Rakai really did deserve it but rewards don’t reflect success anyways who gaf”
While Instagram user @dayycharles wrote, “She could have delivered that better, always looking for a moment”
Streamer Award’s Host Face Backlash After Joke Comparing Kai Cenat To Diddy
India Love’s removal wasn’t the only controversy of the night. While walking through the audience, host and Twitch streamer FanFan stopped at Kai Cenat’s table and made a joke that quickly went viral for the wrong reasons.
FanFan looked at Cenat and said he “broke the record for the most expensive haircut and the least education university.” She then added, “Congrats on your new documentary with 50 Cent. That was you, right?” The comment viewers interpreted as comparing Cenat to Diddy, sparking immediate backlash.
Cenat’s reaction appeared visibly uncomfortable, and his friend Tylil James grabbed the mic, responding: “If you’re gonna be on the mic making jokes, at least let it be funny. Have a good night.”
Despite the awkward moment, Cenat still walked away with four major awards: Best Marathon Stream, Best Streamed Event, Best Collabed Stream, and Best Just Chatting Streamer. The only award he lost was Streamer of the Year, which went to IShowSpeed.
